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6 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Nelson Burton is a surgeon specializing in thoracic surgery and transplant surgery, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah and completed his residency training at Stanford University School of Medicine. His extensive 51-year career has established him as an experienced specialist in complex surgical procedures involving the chest and organ transplantation.
Dr. Burton practices at Inova Alexandria Hospital in Alexandria, Virginia, where he focuses on treating serious respiratory conditions. He provides care for patients with hospital-acquired pneumonia, pneumonia, and respiratory failure. His surgical expertise includes performing therapeutic hypothermia procedures as well as both nonsurgical and surgical nail removal treatments. Patients consistently rate Dr. Burton highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Burton practices at Inova Alexandria Hospital in Alexandria, Virginia, where he focuses on treating serious respiratory conditions. He provides care for patients with hospital-acquired pneumonia, pneumonia, and respiratory failure. His surgical expertise includes performing therapeutic hypothermia procedures as well as both nonsurgical and surgical nail removal treatments. Patients consistently rate Dr. Burton highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 51 years of experience
- Stanford University School Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Surgery | Emergency Medicine | Critical Care Medicine | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Alexandria , VA | Falls Church , VA | Washington , DC | Silver Spring , MD |
| Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Nelson Avard Burton has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Nelson Avard Burton has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Stanford University School Of Medicine
Medical School
Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of UtahGraduated in 1975
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Nelson Burton's office located?
- Dr. Nelson Burton's office is located at 4320 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA, 22304.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Nelson Burton affiliated with?
- Dr. Nelson Burton is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital.
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- Does Dr. Nelson Burton accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Nelson Burton accepts on their Vitals profile.
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